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LONG-COVID: Surveys of COVID-19 patients around the world indicate a stronger link between some genetic precursors and long-COVID development. Picture: FILE

Preliminary surveys suggest there are a few indicators of whether you might develop long-COVID.

Who's most likely to end up getting long-COVID symptoms?

"I was steering the ship in the middle of the Tempest."

Best Scott Morrison memes and tweets

"He was passive aggressive and he was self-serving."

Albanese slams 'self-serving' Morrison after former PM defends secret ministries

Scott Morrison has brushed off calls to resign from Federal Parliament. Picture: Screenshot.

Mr Morrison said there was a public and political expectation that the prime minister took responsibility for everything.

'I did what I thought was necessary': Scott Morrison refuses to resign

SCIENCE: Scientists say Tasmanian tigers could be reintroduced into Tasmania within 10 years. Picture: National Film and Sound Archive

Science would bring back the Tasmanian tiger within a decade.

Could the Tasmanian tiger really be brought back from the dead by scientists?

A wet spring and potentially wet summer are on the cards, but a UOW expert believes there's still hope for sunny days to prevail.

'Not what we want to hear': Another wet spring on the cards

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has accused the former government of trashing Australian democracy. Picture: James Croucher

Coalition figures are split on whether Scott Morrison should quit politics amid the scandal

Secret portfolios scandal prompts calls for Morrison to resign

GOING UP: The number of overseas departures and arrivals into Australia is soaring. Picture: Dion Georgopoulos

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Overseas departures and arrivals numbers soar as people learn to live with COVID-19.

Europe and Bali top the list: Family reunions back on as Aussies head overseas

Former NRL player Brett Finch faces sentence on one charge of sharing child abuse material. (MEDIANET IMAGES PHOTO)

Ex-NRL star admits child abuse charge

The Victorian government may set up exclusion zones following protests outside several hospitals. (James Ross/AAP PHOTOS)

Victorian hospital exclusion-zone push

Scott Morrison secretly wielded control over five departments, other this his own. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong

There have been some stunning revelations in parliament this week. Here's what we know.

What we know - and what we don't know - about the Morrison revelations

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has described Scott Morrison's decision to appoint himself to multiple portfolio as "unprecedented". Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong

Scott Morrison held five secret portfolios during the pandemic, including Home Affairs and Treasury.

'Stealth bulldozer': Scott Morrison held five secret portfolios

Former prime minister Scott Morrison. Picture: Elesa Kurtz

Scott Morrison has defended himself over taking control over multiple government ministries during the COVID-19 pandemic.

'Oversight': Morrison defends secret power grab as more ministries discovered

PECKING IN LEAD: The survey of homes near Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane found elevated levels of lead in the chickens' blood stream, and in their eggs. Picture: FILE

Half the eggs analysed contained lead at levels that may pose a health concern.

Chicken owners warned backyard eggs contain 'significant lead risk'

Ashlee and Mat Davey are competing in Group 1 of the latest season of My Kitchen Rules. Picture: Supplied

A Margaret River region couple have graced Australian television screens this week for the first episodes of home-cooking competition and reality TV show, My Kitchen Rules.

Husband and wife foodies jump on MKR journey

David Hurley has confirmed Scott Morrison was made minister in multiple portfolios without a swearing-in ceremony. Picture: Jamila Toderas

The government is seeking legal advice into Scott Morrison's secret swearing-ins.

'Legal mess': Governor-General confirms Morrison took control of ministries without swearing-in ceremony

BIG EARNERS: More than 932 million bottles and cans have been recycled through Return and Earn points across NSW. Picture: Lachlan Leeming 

In five years more than 7.7 billion containers have been returned and $30 million raised for charity

Loose Change: How cashed-up recyclers are building a circular economy

The unknown person and their dog were reported to have fallen into Traralgon Creek, east of the Latrobe Valley in Victoria's Gippsland region, at 5:30am on Monday, August 15. Photo: Victoria Police.

The unknown person and their dog were reported to have fallen into Traralgon Creek, east of the Latrobe Valley in Victoria's Gippsland region, at 5:30am on Monday, August 15.

Watch: CCTV emerges of dog owner feared swept away in floodwaters

UNDER ATTACK: Cyclist Dave during trials of known magpie deterrents. Picture: Brisbane Valley Rail

Magpie swooping season has begun: Wear sunglasses and a hat to protect your head and eyes.

Swooping Magpie deterrent theories busted: 'The eyes don't work'

Red pandas are an endangered species partly due to the small mammal's habitat loss in China. (Julian Smith/AAP PHOTOS)

Red panda escape sparks zoo security check

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Premier Dominic Perrottet has accepted all recommendations of a review into this year's NSW floods. (Jason O'BRIEN/AAP PHOTOS)

NSW flood inquiry report recommendations

The NSW government announced its response to a review into this year's floods in Lismore. (Jason O'BRIEN/AAP PHOTOS)

Key quotes on NSW flood recommendations

Tristan Hearne is accused of stealing human remains from mausoleums at Footscray General Cemetery. (Joel Carrett/AAP PHOTOS)

Alleged grave body snatcher skips court

Craig Kelly has called the Australian Electoral Commission's lawsuit a stitch-up. (Dan Himbrechts/AAP PHOTOS)

Craig Kelly hits back at AEC lawsuit

Bill Spedding is suing for malicious prosecution, seeking compensation and exemplary damages. (Bianca De Marchi/AAP PHOTOS)

Charges linked to Tyrrell were 'malicious'

A new service to support South Australia's small and family business sector has just been launched by the State Government. Picture: Shutterstock 

The Office for Small and Family Business was launched by Minister for Consumer and Business Affairs Andrea Michaels on Tuesday, August 16.

State Government launches new office to support small and family business

Encounter Youth has included vaping education in its Empower Education program to teach students the dangers of picking up an e-cigarette. Picture: Shutterstock 

Encounter Youth is the largest provider of specialist Alcohol & Other Drug education in SA.

Encounter Youth rolls out vaping education around the state

Acting F.A.S.T means you have more chance of survival and a good recovery. Picture: Shutterstock

Stroke is always a medical emergency, there is never time to waste.

Do you know the F.A.S.T way with strokes to protect 'Precious Moments'

SA's natural environment, and in particular its wild places, need protection and local champions have stepped forward, such as in Flinders Chase National Park on Kangaroo Island where Sanderson Bay, pictured, was threatened by private development. Picture: Quentin Chester

Nominations are now open for the 2022 South Australia Environment Awards.

Nominate your local nature champions for SA Environment Awards

STUDY: Arthritis is more common among residents of South Australia than in the rest of Australia.

Number-cruncher says country South Australian residents are in poorer health

Some South Australian country residents older and less healthy: Census

Where does the future lie - electric cars or hydrogen? Picture: Shutterstock

The duelling decarbonisation ideas have come to the fore after brave predictions by the electric-car sector and hydrogen industry.

Hydrogen versus electric - which will be the car fuel of the future?

Country Fire Service appliances at the ready at the Kingscote CFS brigade station on Kangaroo Island. Picture: Stan Gorton 

CFS volunteers have attended approximately 1000 medical incidents in the past year, a concern for mental health.

CFS chief raises concerns about increased demand on volunteers

CRITTER: Spencer the cuttlefish mascot is pictured with Whyalla Mayor Clare McLaughlin and Jacob, Isabella and Sammy from the Whyalla Surf Life Saving Club

Colourful cuttlefish in increasing numbers around Whyalla in the Upper Spencer Gulf

Whyalla's cuttlefish numbers increasing under protective regime

PUSH: Port Pirie-based Independent Stuart MP and Cabinet Minister Geoff Brock has previously tried to ease the rural doctor shortage.

New rule means overseas-trained doctors can bypass the South Australian country

New rules mean influx of doctors from South Australia country to city

Wild winds continue to batter most parts of South Australia as a large weather system continues to buffet the state.

Batten down as SES warns of more destructive weather

Multiple fronts to hit the state from the west

Wild weather rolls over state, SES hands out free sandbags and advice

GROUP: Hydrogen industry executives gather with Mayor Clare McLaughlin in Whyalla.

Whyalla slated as the home of the world's biggest green hydrogen plant

Whyalla's planned hydrogen plant will be the biggest in the world

Kyle Chalmers of Team Australia is ready to take on the final of the men's 100m freestyle at the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games. Photo by Quinn Rooney/Getty Images.

Three South Australian regional athletes, Kyle Chalmers, from Port Lincoln, Chris Flavel, from Port Pirie and Alex Wilson, from Murray Bridge, are still competing in their chosen sports at the 2022 Commonwealth Games, and doing very well.

Hunt on for medals as SA regional athletes storm home at games

Jessica Stenson celebrates after winning gold in the women's marathon on day two of the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games. Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images

It's two for two, as South Australia's five regional athletes hit the golden mark in their chosen sport at the 2022 Commonwealth Games.

Great start for SA regional athletes as Stenson, Hoffman grab gold

ABUSE: 'Coercive control', a form of domestic abuse, can make life miserable for victims, usually women. Photo: Shutterstock

New law sought by Port Pirie group to deal with 'coercive control'

Subtle form of domestic abuse should be a crime: Port Pirie leader

August education forum invited teachers to share their concerns on their work environments. PICTURE: Shutterstock

Understaffed and overworked teachers are invited to voice their ideas and concerns at AEU's August forum.

SA Education union to address unfair teaching conditions

AMBITIOUS: Whyalla's Barbara Derham chats with Thrive's Barrie Harrop, left, and Peter Villis, second from right, at the signing of the papers in Adelaide.

Whyalla's beachfront has been earmarked for an international hotel built with "green" steel

$100 million Whyalla foreshore venture will be international hotel

Kyle Chalmers is ready for the Commonwealth Games after great performances at the 2022 World Championships. Picture Quinn Rooney/Getty Images.

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The 2022 Commonwealth Games are being held in Birmingham, England, with competition beginning on Friday, July 29, (Australian Time)

YOUR GUIDE: Watch SA's regional athletes in action at the Commonwealth Games

VISION: Hydrogen industry executives gather in Whyalla after the announcement of the project.

Renewable-energy spin-offs worth $20 billion from Whyalla's proposed hydrogen plant

Whyalla's hydrogen plant 'to trigger $20 billion of renewables'

Opposition Leader for the Legislative Council Nicola Centofanti visits Naracoorte Regional Livestock Exchange. PICTURE: Neave Moore

Cattle FMD and varroa mite bee cases threaten South Australia's farming industries and there are calls for better support.

"Prevention over cure": Opposition MLC Centofanti promotes FMD solutions

Rio 2016 women's rugby sevens gold medallist Ellia Green (r) has transitioned to male. (AP PHOTO)

Olympic champ Green happy post transition

On the eve of the season Barcelona signing Robert Lewandowski has finally been registered to play. (AP PHOTO)

Lewy can play after Barca's sell-off works

Jake McLeod shot 68 in the second round to move to even par in the World Invitational. (Albert Perez/AAP PHOTOS)

Scot Ferguson cards 70 but retains lead

HOT PIES: Nick Daicos is having a stellar debut season adding to Collingwood's on-field success which could see the Mapgies as a premiership contender. Picture: Getty Images

Collingwood's formline is akin to a good racehorse.

Efficient Magpies setting hot pace

Joseph Parker (l) hopes to line up a title rematch against Anthony Joshua (r) by beating Joe Joyce. (AP PHOTO)

Kiwi Parker to fight Joyce in eliminator

CHALLENGE: Carlton has a battle on its hands to make the top eight. Picture: Mark Brake/Getty Images

Is it really that bad if Carlton doesn't play finals in 2022?

It's all about the long game for the Blues this season

HOODOO: The Lions reign supreme at their Gabba fortress, but they must be able to win at the MCG. Picture: Dylan Burns/AFL Photos via Getty Images

To be real premiership contenders, the Lions must learn to win at the MCG.

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